Ch. 6 Vocab
Vocabulary word: "experiment"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
Experiment (noun): a scientific process done to test something, discover something, or prove something.
I did an experiment to test which food my dogs prefer.
Vocabulary word: "situation"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
Situation (noun) this word describes a set of circumstances that you find yourself in or that you are experiencing.
An example of a good situation: I have a good job in a big city and I make a lot of money. I have a nice apartment very close to my job. It is cheap to live here.
**BONUS WORD**
Vocabulary word: "correct"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
Correct (adjective) - this word describes something as being "right" - the opposite of wrong (incorrect)
Your answer is correct
Note: can be a verb and noun
I need to correct the tests.
I made corrections on your test.
Vocabulary word: "project"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Project (noun) this word describes an ongoing job or task.
We have to complete this project before we start the next project.
Vocabulary word: "special"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
special (adjective) - this word describes a person or thing as unique, different, - usually a good thing.
Note: euphemism
Vocabulary word: "successful"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Successful (adj.) this word describes another noun. It means someone or something is good/successful at their intended purpose.
The restaurant is very successful and serves great food to many customers.
Vocabulary word: "measurement"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Successful (noun) this word means an amount, (length, height, etc) that you get from measuring something
I use a tape measurer to measure the table and get the measurement.
Vocabulary word: "confused"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Confused (adjective) - this word means you do not understand something (for ANY reason)
He did not tell me about the dog and I was confused when I found the dog in my apartment.
The old man is confused because his memory is bad.
Vocabulary word: "excellent"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
Excellent (adjective) this word describes another noun. It means someone or something is really good, it's great. This word is stronger than "good"
The restaurant is excellent. It has great food and great service.
Vocabulary word: "illegal"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
illegal (adjective) this word means anything that is against the law or prohibited by rules
It is illegal to steal.
He made an illegal right turn and now he is getting a ticket.
Vocabulary word: "attention"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
Attention (noun) means you are focusing on something
Give me your attention please while I talk
Vocabulary word: "system"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
System (noun) TWO meanings - this word describes different things working together for a shared purpose; the way things are done.
Your body is a system of different organs and other things working together to keep you alive.
We train new employees at my company and help them learn the system in our office.
Vocabulary word: "against"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
Against (preposition) *be careful* this word has many uses but it often describes someone/something as being opposite of, or competing with someone/something else.
Stealing is against the law.
My team plays against the other team tomorrow.
Vocabulary word: "copy"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
Copy (verb) this word describes the action of making a duplicate of something or things.
I use the copier to make copies of the test.
It's bad to copy other answers on a test.
**BONUS WORD** Vocabulary word: "accident"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
accident (noun) this word means a bad thing that happens unintentionally. Often refers to car accidents.
I had an accident and fell down the stairs.
BONUS - can be adjective and adverb
Vocabulary word: "fewer"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
fewer (adv) comparative term meaning less (remember - countable only)
I have fewer dogs than cats.
Vocabulary word: "change"
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- use it in a sentence
Change (verb) this word describes an action - to make something different
I change my clothes every day. I change my test questions every semester too.
Vocabulary word: "leash"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Leash (noun) this word describes a thing we use to [hold on] to or restrain something else.
I put my dog on a leash when I walk him.
I put my dog on a leash while I mow the yard so he doesn't get in the way.
Vocabulary word: "upset"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Upset (adjective) this word usually describes a person who is angry. A little different than angry.
He was very upset when he found drugs in his daughter's room.
Vocabulary word: "idea"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
idea (noun) - this word means "a thought or opinion" - sometimes can mean a solution.
Do you have any idea why he is late?
I have an idea! I know how to fix the car.
Vocabulary word: "later"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
later (adverb of time) to do something in the future, not right now.
I will run later today
Vocabulary word: "household"
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- use it in a sentence
A household (noun) is the entire family + the house, not just the house. Has to include occupants.
We have many responsibilities in this household.
**BONUS WORD** Vocabulary word: "ticket"
- give the part of speech
- define it
- use it in a sentence
ticket (noun.) this word describes a thing that you buy to (get-in) to something (a concert, a movie) - can be physical [paper ticket] or electronic [qr code]
When I go to the movie, I pay for a ticket to get in.
Vocabulary word: "complain"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
complain (verb) this word means to express (speak/write/emote) annoyance or dissatisfaction.
No one complains at that excellent restaurant. The food and service are great!
I complained and they gave me my money back.
Vocabulary word: "unfair"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
unfair (adjective) opposite of fair - this word describes a situation where the rules or circumstances are not equal.
He cheated on the test and got a better grade than me. I think that is unfair.
Vocabulary phrase: "pay attention"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Pay attention (phrasal verb) means to focus.
you must pay attention while taking notes in class.
Vocabulary word: "repeat"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
Repeat (verb) this word means to do something again.
If I fail the class, I have to repeat it.
I don't understand, can you repeat the question?
Vocabulary word: "popular"
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- define it
- use it in a sentence
popular (adjective) this word describes a person or thing that is very well liked by most or all people.
SUV's are very popular cars.